The document discusses the history and sustainability initiatives of the Toronto Botanical Gardens. It describes how the property was originally purchased in 1817 and transformed into gardens in 1944. It then outlines the gardens' ambitions to become more sustainable through initiatives like an energy-efficient green roof, new building designs, and education programs. The gardens achieved LEED Silver certification and aligns with One Planet Living principles around issues like zero carbon, local materials, and natural habitats.

1. TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER

2. PROJECT FUNCTION RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

3. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS 1817 - THE PROPERTY TGB PROPERTY WAS FIRST PURCHASED BY ALEXANDER MILNE 1944 - THE PROPERTY (NOW OVERGROWN AND RIDDEN WITH WEEDS) WAS PURCHASED BY RUPERT EDWARDS AND TRANSFORMED INTO A BEAUTIFUL GARDEN, COMPLETE WITH GOLF COURSES, AND ONE OF CANADA`S LARGEST ROCKERIES. 1956 - THE EDWARDS GARDENS GARDEN CLUB ESTABLISHED A VOLUNTEER-DRIVEN CHARITY CENTRE DEDICATED TO PROVIDING HORTICULTURAL AND GARDENING EDUCATION AND INFORMATION TO TORONTONIANS AND VISITORS… DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

4. PROJECT AMBITIONS - SUSTAINABILITY RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

5. PROJECT AMBITIONS RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS ENERGY- EFFICIENT SLOPING GREEN ROOF DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

6. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS ENERGY- EFFICIENT SLOPING GREEN ROOF DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE PROJECT AMBITIONS

7. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS 5,000 SQUARE FOOT GLASS PAVILION DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE PROJECT AMBITIONS

8. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS 5,000 SQUARE FOOT GLASS PAVILION DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE PROJECT AMBITIONS

9. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS LEARNING CENTRE FOR CHILDREN DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE PROJECT AMBITIONS

10. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS BOTANICALLY INSPIRED GIFTS IN SHOP DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE PROJECT AMBITIONS

11. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS BUILDING VENTILATION AND LIGHTING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE PROJECT AMBITIONS

12. LEED CI BUILDING – LEED SILVER RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

13. SUSTAINABLE SITES RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS STORM WATER MANAGEMENT: 1 PT LIGHT POLLUTION REDUCTION: ½ PT WATER EFFICIENT REDUCTION & IRRIGATION: 1 ½ PTS COMMUNITY CONNECTIVITY: 1 PT TRANSPORTATION: 1 PT BIKE STORAGE: ½ PT CARPOOL PARKING: ½ PT HEAT ISLAND EFFECT: ½ PT TOTAL: 6.5 / 7 sloped roof in gift shop DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

14. WATER EFFICIENCY RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS WATER USE REDUCTION, BY 20%: 1 PT WATER USE REDUCTION, BY 30%: 1 PT TOTAL: 2 / 2 no flush urinals rain harvesting how no-flush works dual flush option pretty, tranquil picture – clean rain DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

15. ENERGY & ATMOSPHERE RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS OPTIMIZED ENERGY PERFORMANCE, - LIGHTING CONTROL: 1 PT - HVAC SYSTEM: 2 PTS - LIGHT POWER: 2 PTS - EQUIPMENT: 1 PT TOTAL: 6 / 12 DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

16. ENERGY & ATMOSPHERE (con’t) RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS WHERE POINTS WERE LOST DUE TO BUDGET CONSTRAINTS: green power a way to monitor energy use and payment accountability enhanced commissioning: to gauge energy and consumption and atmosphere after occupancy to ensure that whatever the space was designed to be remained so afterwards (that their design worked as it should after the fact) DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

17. MATERIALS & RESOURCES RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS old wing new wing THEN NOW still is tenant long term commitment: 1 pt building reuse, maintained 100% of interior non-structural elements: 2 pts 50% - 75% of construction waste diverted from landfill: 2 pts 40% of materials was reused: 2 pts recycled content, 91% was reused and 9% recycled: 2 pts regional material – glass was manufactured locally, stone from site was reused in add-on: 2 pts furnishings and furniture reused in library and new offices: 1 pt TOTAL: 12 / 14 DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

18. INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS outdoor air delivery monitoring: 1 pt increase in ventilation: 1 pt low emitting materials carpet tiles and low VOC paint: 2 pts indoor pollutant and chemical source monitor: 1 pt controllable systems – light, temp and vent: 2 pts thermal comfort: 1 pt daylight & views, 75% - 90% of space: 1 pt daylight & views, 90% of seated space: 1 pt TOTAL: 12 / 15 DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

19. INNOVATION AND DESIGN PROCESS RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS sloping roof for rainwater collection: 1 pt green roof: 1 pt computer info podium for guests at entrance (paperless): 1 pt LEED certified professional on the project: 1 pt TOTAL: 4 / 5 DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

20. THE VERDICT RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS GRAND TOTAL = 42.5 PTS LEED ONLY REQUIRES 27-31 PTS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

21. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS ONE PLANET LIVING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

22. One Planet Living RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS ZERO CARBON ZERO WASTE SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT LOCAL AND SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS SOCAL AND SUSTAINABLE FOOD SUSTAINABLE WATER NATURAL HABITATS AND WILDLIFE CULTURE AND HERITAGE EQUITY AND FAIR TRADE HEALTH AND HAPPINESS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

23. ONE PLANET LIVING RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS ZERO CARBON Occupancy Controlled Ventilation System Installed heat recovery ventilation system “ double glazed Argon” filled windows daylight sensors green roof DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

24. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS ZERO WASTE WASTE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM – Kept 91% of the construction waste from going to a landfill STEEL recycled into rebar, structural steel, or other products WOOD was chipped for use in landscaping or salvaged for reuse GYPSUM BOARD reused to manufacture new drywall CARDBOARD recycled and used in packaging STONE WALLS were from and existing stone ramp removed during construction ONE PLANET LIVING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

25. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT located near 3 bus routes Employees encouraged to carpool(preferred parking spots bike racks on site ONE PLANET LIVING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

26. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS LOCAL AND SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS materials with high recycled content installed materials installed have over 7.5 % recycled content over 20% of materials were sourced locally ONE PLANET LIVING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

27. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS LOCAL AND SUSTAINABLE FOOD host and facilitate different functions have a preferred caterers and supplies list approved by TBG A La Carte Cafe opened May through October ONE PLANET LIVING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

28. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS SUSTAINABLE WATER green roof results in 37% decrease in storm water discharge low flow plumbing fixtures harvested rainwater used for landscape irrigation 21% reduction in annual potable water use (57,141 litres per year) ONE PLANET LIVING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

29. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS NATURAL HABITATS AND WILDLIFE native plants were used for the gardens building on a previous site minimized environmental footprint the site is not part of a forest reserve, ecologically sensitive area, or wetland for endangered species a silt fence and covered stockpiled soil were used to reduce erosion ONE PLANET LIVING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

30. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS CULTURE AND HERITAGE Kitchen Garden Program multiculturalism reflected through gardening (vegetables, fruit, flowers, and herbs) 2008 - Inspired by India 2007 - Caribbean 2006 – Japanese use expertise of appropriate local community cooking classes held at the end of the program ONE PLANET LIVING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

31. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS EQUITY AND FAIR TRADE there are a number of programs for kids and youth: Green Adventure Scholarship Program Design Allen Gardens Landscape Training there are also adult programs and special events (i.e. Straw Bale Homes) ONE PLANET LIVING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

32. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS HEALTH AND HAPPINESS generates a great attitude and awareness of sustainability for their employees and community promote occupant health and well being through exercise comprehensive Indoor Air Quality Management Program implemented a Green Housekeeping Program developed for the building all interior spaces are lit by natural light and have a line of sight to the outside ONE PLANET LIVING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

33. POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENTS RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

34. POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENTS RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS 1) IMPROVE ENERGY CONSUMPTION METHODS IN THE EXISTING BUILDING DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

35. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS 2) USE ALTERNATE METHODS OF ENERGY POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENTS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

36. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS 3) BUILD A BOG TO CREATE A GREENHOUSE ECOSYSTEM POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENTS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

37. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS 4) ONSITE RENEWABLE ENERGY - COMPOSTING POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENTS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

38. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENTS 5) USING BIOMASS TO CREATE BIOFUEL DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

39. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS 6) CREATE INNOVATIVE METHODS TO SHOWCASE THE BOTANICAL GARDEN POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENTS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

40. RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS 7) INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENTS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

41. POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENTS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS 8) ADDING A GREEN WALL

42. WHAT WE LOVED RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE

43. TOP TO BOTTOM! - BUILDING & SPIRIT DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CYNTHIA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS PAST & PRESENT The TBG is both a building and a spirit. The spirit is a compilation of hopes and dreams of many people - from those who first settled the property to those who are drawn here today by a love of gardening. People tell us that they feel good as soon as they enter the building; we hope you feel that way as you find your way through our web site.

44. A BOLD VISION DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CYNTHIA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS Since its inception in 1958, the Toronto Botanical Garden, formerly The Civic Garden Centre, has encouraged, stimulated and educated countless Canadian gardeners. Almost 50 years later, the Toronto Botanical Garden has expanded its vision and set a goal to become a self-sustaining urban oasis while making Toronto the most horticultural-enlightened city in the world.

45. THE COOLEST FEATURE! DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CYNTHIA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS FRITTED GLASS Prel-Coat Ceramic frit coated glass – Prelco Inc . Special fritted glass that screens out 70% of the heat gain!

46. COMMITMENT DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CYNTHIA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENT The Toronto Botanical Garden is committed to protecting and minimizing the impact of its operations on the environment and believes that to be a responsible citizen in the global community it is imperative to apply solutions to the issues facing the world today relating to the use of resources such as land, water, energy, and materials.

47. CONSTANT CONNECTION DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CYNTHIA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENT Green building features incorporated into its facility have grown out of this commitment. TBG also acknowledges the critical link between occupant health and indoor environmental quality. To this end, it has embraced cutting edge technology, systems and practices, to protect the health of employees and all building occupants.

48. EDUCATION DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CYNTHIA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS ADULT CHILDREN PUBLIC EVENTS Botanical Art Custom Courses Daytripping Edible Gardening Series Edwards Lectures Floral Design Gardening Garden Travel Greenroof Conference Hands-on in the Gardens Health & Wellness Instructors Ryerson University at TBG Special Events Straw-bale Style Series 2008 TBG at George Brown College Walks Yoga What's New Teaching Garden James Boyd Children's Centre Allan Gardens Conservatory School Programs March Break Camps Summer Camps Special Events Birthday Parties Green Adventure Sprout Club Free Storytime Upcoming Events Calendar of Events Earth Day For Families Gala Events Garden Tours Get the Jump on Spring Golf Tournament Plant Sales Style Series

49. WATER EFFICIENCY DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CYNTHIA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS Compared with a baseline design that meets the Ontario Building Code's water efficiency requirements, this building provides a 21% reduction in annual potable water use. 21% is about the same as 57,141 litres per year, or close to half of the annual consumption of an average Torontonian. Minimized water consumption through the use of low-flow plumbing fixtures with decreased demand for potable water where grey and non-potable water can be utilized (eg. irrigation) Site landscaping for this building was specifically designed to take advantage of harvested rainwater for landscape irrigation. This system results in significant potable water savings. Garden roof reduces stormwater runoff from the building and drains to a cistern located to the south-west of the building. Cistern water is used to irrigate the TGB property and its plant species.

50. THANK YOU! RSID– IDE 301 – LLOYD ALTER TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDENS DIANA BASACCHI – MICHELÈNE BELLEAU – CINTHYA DE BARROS – QUEENIE MAK – CATHERINE RENOUF – ROSABEL YEE